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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe

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This creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta combines tender pasta with a rich, spicy buffalo sauce made from hot sauce, cheddar, blue cheese, and cream cheese. Loaded with sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, and a kick of ranch seasoning, it’s an indulgent and comforting meal perfect for game day or a flavorful weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 ounces pasta (gluten-free for gluten-free option)

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup onion, diced or sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrot, diced or sliced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced or sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Cheeses & Dairy

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 ounces blue cheese (optional)

Liquids & Sauces

  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Franks Red Hot)

Protein & Seasoning

  • 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded or sliced
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Then drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery, and cook until they become tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  3. Add garlic: Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, hot sauce, and heavy cream. Add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and blue cheese (if using). Stir continuously as the cheese melts and the sauce comes together smoothly.
  5. Add chicken and seasoning: Add the cooked shredded chicken and ranch seasoning (if using) to the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Combine pasta with sauce: Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly in the buffalo sauce.
  7. Finish and serve: Sprinkle the thinly sliced green onions over the top before serving to add a fresh, crisp contrast to the creamy, spicy pasta.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level.
  • Blue cheese is optional but adds a traditional buffalo flavor depth.
  • Ranch seasoning is optional and complements the buffalo sauce flavor nicely.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or broth.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/buffalo-chicken-pasta-recipe/